Clinical Midwife Educator – New Graduate Support
5 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
Remuneration: $56.98 – $58.838 per hour + 12% super + salary packaging.
Employment type: Permanent part‑time; temporary part‑time until July 2026.
Position classification: Clinical Midwife Educator.
Hours per week: Up to 38.
Location: The Maitland Hospital.
Requisition ID: REQ .
Applications close: Monday 12 January 2026.
Overview
This role is pivotal in supporting New Graduate Midwives across the full scope of midwifery practice, including antenatal care, labour and birth, and postnatal services. Our service is rapidly growing, with approximately 2,300 births per year, offering a dynamic and diverse clinical environment. The position focuses on facilitating a smooth and supported transition for newly registered midwives during their graduate year. Through mentorship, education, and clinical guidance, the role aims to build confidence, competence, and professional resilience, setting graduates up for long‑term success in their midwifery careers.
Responsibilities
* Facilitate a smooth and supported transition for newly registered midwives during their graduate year.
* Provide mentorship, education, and clinical guidance to build confidence, competence, and professional resilience for graduates.
* Contribute to the development and delivery of a tailored orientation programme aligned to individual learning needs.
* Receive ongoing support from the Midwifery Manager and the Clinical Midwifery Educator (CME) team, fostering a collaborative and supportive educational culture.
Qualifications
* Registered as a Midwife with AHPRA.
* Education qualifications in Adult Education or hold a current Workplace Training and Assessment Cert IV, or willingness to work towards it.
* Self‑directed professional who demonstrates initiative and accountability in practice.
* Highly developed feedback and communication skills, delivered with clarity, respect, and purpose.
* Approachable, supportive, and able to foster strong, collaborative working relationships.
* Effective within multidisciplinary teams, valuing shared expertise and collective outcomes.
* Consistently sets, pursues, and achieves professional and service‑aligned goals.
Benefits
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
* Proximity to shopping and other services.
* Monthly allocated days off for full‑time employees.
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro‑ratio for part‑time employees).
* 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full‑time nurses).
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees).
* Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
* Fitness Passport for health and well‑being – discounted gym options for you and your family.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for staff and family members.
Additional Information
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‑being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD‑ for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‑free application process.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Contact
For role‑related queries or questions contact Ashley Booth on
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:
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